The Influence of the Church on the Local Community

“The study of theology is not enough for the church, but theology praxis allows for lifelong transformation for each individual of the community. Dr. Abraham Ndung’u brings a practical theology that addresses the city, proposing a new design of ministry to reach persons who are marginalized by society.”


—Dawn R. Morton, Ashland Theological Seminary





“Dr. Ndungu’s research has been a tool to measure the kingdom influence our local church has had on our congregation, our community, and our city. Dr. Ndungu’s results have enabled us to see and understand how effective our ministry has been in completing the gospel of the kingdom of God. I thank God for the insight of Dr. Ndungu to document how the faith community can minister social justice needs within their ministerial context.”


—Norman J. Brown, J. Jireh Ministries Church





“With a lively blend of demographic and urban development analysis joined with brave New Testament theology for the twenty-first century, Brother Abraham instructs, reminds, provokes, and reforms us as we approach new realities for a truly global future. This book is both transcultural and personally transformational, and will be helpful for many in the ecumenical community.”


—Richard A. Burnett, Trinity Episcopal Church, Columbus, Ohio